Babafemi Ogundele, a 38-year-old man, was recently arraigned before the Iyaganku Chief Magistrates' Court in Ibadan, Oyo State. He faced charges for defrauding Jacob Joshua of $10,000, approximately N15 million.
The prosecutor, Mr. Akeem Akinloye, revealed that Joshua had entrusted this sum to Ogundele to facilitate a "proof of funds" necessary for his travel to the United States. However, Ogundele, who falsely presented himself as a medical doctor, misappropriated the funds for gambling.
The charges against Ogundele included obtaining by false pretence, stealing, threat to life, and impersonation, all of which contravene Sections 86(1), 383, 419, and 484 of the Criminal Code Laws of Oyo State, 2000.
Despite the serious allegations, Ogundele pleaded not guilty. The presiding Chief Magistrate, Mrs. Olabisi Ogunkanmi, granted him bail set at N7.5 million, requiring two sureties. One surety must own landed property within the court's jurisdiction, while the other must be a blood relative of the defendant. The case has been adjourned until May 8, 2025.
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